It’s no secret to educators: well over 90% of teachers spend their own money on school supplies and other items their students need to succeed, according to a 2022 NEA study. In the last five years, average educator spending on needed supplies is estimated to have grown from $500 to over $800 each year.

We know our educators care for our students. Now we want to make sure New York state cares for our educators. We need a new educator tax credit of up to $1,000 to offset the expenses educators spend to address student needs! Getting this done requires the voices of educators telling their stories, so take our survey now to let Albany know that our educators need to be supported the way they support their students!